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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1897
Page
1
The House adjourned after a fifteen minute session as debate focused on Secretary Gage’s currency and minting reforms. A resolution recognizing Cuban independence was offered, with a strong emphasis on commercial interests and the pending currency overhaul. The Pension Appropriation Bill was referred, and the chamber adjourned before the full vote.
The Senate debates recognizing Cuban independence with debate over U S recognition. Senator Alles urges recognition while noting risks to American interests and property. Mr Allen argues for cautious action amid Cuban revolt and potential consequences for Spanish rule.
A fragmented session discusses the currency issue with Mr Walker and Mr Demiey debating banking and emergency matters. The chair notes the divergence of opinion and compares the current resolution page to prior ones, mentioning potential effects of financial policy.
The discussion centers on whether a bill reflecting the president's currency recommendations affects the redemption fund and treasury powers. Debate includes Dingley and Walker positions, with emphasis on fiscal jurisdiction. Separately Major Handy’s Paris Exposition report seeks congressional appropriation to expand space and enhance U.S. representation among leading nations.
Washington reports a pending measure authorizing the United States to clear liens and negotiate purchase of railroad property on behalf of the government. The secretary of the treasury would act under the president to buy or bid for paroled parcels to satisfy court or foreclosure judgments. The bill aims to enable settlement of the Kansas Pacific debt.
Washington dispatch reports Congressman Grosvenor defending the civil service against attacks while saying exemptions exist for certain posts. He denounces life tenure in office and aligns with the president on civil service scope, amid cheers from Moor gallery spectators and loud reactions in the chamber.
London bankers react to President McKinley’s message with disappointment citing vague currency plans. Lord Revelstoke foresees renewed American securities demand after the new year while British investors anticipate improving business conditions. Page 1 dispatch notes mixed signals on bimetallism and Wolcott commission prospects amid currency reform debates.
The United States steamship Yantic arrived at 1 a.m. after a lengthy voyage from Boston and is now in District Naval Reserve hands. She will be docked for overhaul with false forward woodwork replaced after removal to pass the St Lawrence canal. The vessel, a three year old launch, is well suited as a training ship.
Washington dispatch reports South Carolina Senator McLaurin confined to bed with typhoid fever after an attack described as not violent in character. The illness followed a period of illness at the capitol with no serious complications noted, and his condition is being monitored by the medical staff.
The six days bicycle contest in Madison Square Garden proceeds with half the original starters. Miller reaches his thousandth mile at 50 o clock, leading scores with 1010 miles at 11:15, as Rivierre and others chase. Strong showings by Schinner, Hale, and Gray highlight the daily updates, with record benchmarks noted.
Minx Flo Irwin, star of the Wild Jones company, tripped on stage when her dress snagged an exposed electric wire in the dressing room corridor. She was shocked, saluted on stage, curtain fell, and she was carried to her room. After two minutes of aid she regained consciousness, and by morning appeared none the worse.
At a session of the United SugEnictatate Guard, executive leaders including Gen. Roar of Didness and Gen. Bend of Minnesota sought congressional appropriations of 2000 dollars yearly for the national guard. Resolutions urged War Department detail of officers to future meetings, and endorsed closer ties between regular and volunteer forces to bolster the nation’s global position. Chicago was set as the convention site with adjournment following a 1 to 14 vote.
London debates the merits of New York and London fire brigade systems amid a recent city blaze. The incident highlighted firefighting water use with 15,000,000 gallons consumed for a 209000 square foot area and prompted calls for chemical and boat fire equipment.
A night watchman discovered the Page mill office robbed with the money drawer rifled. The thieves obtained between 15 and 20 dollars and no suspect was found as police were alerted. Train dispatches headline a corrupt rate case with a separate plea and fines in court.
In the Kansas contest for sheriff the court overruled a key objection and allowed testimony about liquor distribution to be entered. Attorneys sparred over who furnished liquor and who was bribed, while Judge Dolman asserted discretion to advance the case in the interest of justice. The hearing adjourned after agreeing on facts and setting deadlines for amended pleadings and ballots.
Clerk McCabe named individuals admitted to the vault and asserted ballots came from the judges. Judge Schoch objected, but the court overruled. The count paused at noon with adjournment to 2 pm and will likely resume tomorrow afternoon. Questioned ballots to be set aside.
Henry Johns, a colored man, faced murder charges in district court for the May 20 shooting of George Lacey at the Seventh and Kansas avenue corner. The defense argued diminished responsibility due to jealousy and mental distress as jurors heard testimony from key witnesses including Mrs Annie Brand who was biking with Lacey when the crime occurred.
Canton reports Mrs. McKinley remains weak and largely unconscious after a night of limited nourishment. The doctor said she could live the day while the president stays at her side, noting no major change by afternoon as the family watches for the end.
A Topeka city council ordered production of water rates after a bill enacted by the state legislature. The measure, drafted by Clemons, faced opposition from Pratt and Brown, and its constitutionality is expected to be challenged. The Soldiers' Orphans' Home in Ancisesta is noted in the surrounding context.
Progressive Topeka merchants charter a train from Emporia via intermediate stations to Topeka Friday December 17 with a low fare, less than a cent a mile, funded by a guaranty. The excursion includes stops at Reading, Burlingame, Scranton and Wakarusa, with a day in Topeka and return after breakfast.
A garbled report describes a golf accident during Thanksgiving events. Names and places are unreadable, but the passage mentions a fatal injury on a course and a player named McCay among unsettled details.
An Ashtabula, Ohio mother found her year old son dead beside a dog that had chewed his body. The dog, kept in a barn stall, had bitten the child after he was sent out to feed the animal. The scene showed the boy with his head near a doorway and the dog lying nearby.
From Cheyenne Wyoming reports Chief Justice Conway of the state supreme court died after illness and confinement at home. The loss comes ahead of the next state election as officials note his long service and impact on the court.
A Chicago based Hartware firm group reports a disappointing December result with loss from operations and a claim of restructuring. The company announces a regular dividend for preferred stock after a period of market stress and notes governance actions. Investor figures show a significant drop in commerce and asset valuation across the sector.
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